C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
35/100 · earnings-weighted

Glendale Community College

2-Year Public
📍 Glendale, California 91208
Glendale Community College campus, Glendale, CA
Glendale Community College campus, Glendale, CA. Photo: Nonosh666 of English Wikipedia, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 33%
Outcomes
C
50/100
Affordability
B+
78/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
D
38/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

11,176
Total Enrollment
33%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
$9,328
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Glendale Community College ▼

37% of first-year students live off campus and not with family (U.S. Dept. of Education, IPEDS). Upper-year students at most universities move off campus at much higher rates, so near-campus rental demand is typically larger than this figure suggests.

Avg Home Value
$1,535,513
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,133
1-Year Change
+3.6%

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Glendale Community College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$41,540
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$32,387
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$8,972
Median debt at graduation
37.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
37.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 22% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 27th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Glendale Community College

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing—$98,817+22%#110 of 962#241—
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$55,111+13%#127 of 547#252—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$44,804+2%#360 of 947#679—
Psychology—$40,060+2%#50 of 106#63—
Sociology—$34,788-21%#29 of 29#29—
Communication and Media Studies—$28,646-34%#53 of 53#53—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Glendale Community College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,535,513
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,133/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 91210 (4.0% cap, Glendale)

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🏆 Where Glendale Community College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#13
Architectural Technology/Technician
of 15 schools
#22
Physiology, General
of 22 schools
#29
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
of 40 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $1,104 $8,304

Financial Aid

76%
Receive Any Aid
51%
Receive Pell Grants
2%
Take Out Loans
$9,328
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$6,488
$30,001 - $48,000$7,466
$48,001 - $75,000$10,152
$75,001 - $110,000$11,876
$110,001+$14,629

Student Demographics

11,176
Total Students
53%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)
37%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 27%
Black 2%
Asian 8%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 37%
With Family 63%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~4,124 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 29%
Hybrid (Some Online) 40%
Fully Online 31%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Glendale Community College?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Glendale Community College?
Tuition at Glendale Community College is $1,104 for in-state students and $8,304 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,328.
What is the graduation rate at Glendale Community College?
The graduation rate at Glendale Community College is 33%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Glendale Community College a good school?
Glendale Community College has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Glendale Community College?
Glendale Community College has a total enrollment of 11,176 students.
Is there rental demand near Glendale Community College?
Yes! Approximately 37% of students at Glendale Community College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 4,124 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Glendale area.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology